Closed and Forgotten Businesses

Jefferson has lost many businesses over the years due to its economic struggles. Are there any that you particularly remember or miss?

Jefferson's teachers

While growing up, who were your most and/or least favorite teachers in Jefferson?

Changes in Jefferson

If you could change one thing in Jefferson, what would it be?

Religion

Why do you think religion has become more popular these days?

Singles in Jefferson

Where would a single guy hang out in Jefferson if he wanted to meet a single girl?

Ram's football schedule

Why is Jefferson practically the only school I know that does not show their upcoming schedule on their web site? I guess they feel no one outside the community is interested.

Jefferson's Questionable Population

Thirty years ago, the population of Jefferson was listed at 4200, and five grocery stores were doing business. Actually, they had all been around for quite some time. The average graduating class (Jefferson only) was over 100 students.
Now, we're Jefferson's population has grown to 4600, but there is only one, small grocery store, and several towns were forced to consolidate, to maintain even smaller classes.
How is this possible?